In April of every year, states and communities across the nation celebrate Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Month. CAP Month is a time to observe the importance of families and communities to work together to prevent child abuse and neglect and to promote the overall wellbeing of children.
Check out the list of events below and join us in celebrating Child Abuse Prevention Month!
Prevent Child Abuse North Dakota is hosting a FREE Virtual Series in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month! This series would be great for parents/caregivers as well as professionals!
Upcoming Events
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Divide County Events
Check out the list above for all the events happening in Divide County this April! Come to one, or multiple, and celebrate Child Abuse Prevention Month with us!
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The Incredible Years: Parenting Children Ages 2-12
Tuesdays starting March 19th from 6-7:30 PM
Join us for this in-person event at Hettinger Lutheran Church! This event is taking place Tuesdays starting on March 19th and continuig through Child Abuse Prevention Month.
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Wear Blue Day
April 1st- ALL DAY
Join us in wearing blue to kickoff Child Abuse Prevention Month! Grab your friends, family and coworkers to help us spread awareness on preventing child abuse. We would love to see your pictures- tag Prevent Child Abuse North Dakota on your social media posts!
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CAP Month Fundraiser at Boston's Pizza (West Fargo)
April 1st- 11 AM- 11 PM
Celebrate the start of Child Abuse Prevention Month by grabbing a pizza for a good cause! 10% of all checks will go directly to PCAND to support our work.
Address: 1640 13th Ave E West Fargo
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Discovery Center Fun
April 2nd-9:00 AM-11:00 AM
This is a FREE event that is being hosted at the Discovery Center in Minot in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month. Pre-registration by April 1st is required. Call 701-857-6450 or email holly.arnold@ndsu.edu to snag your spot today!
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The Incredible Years: Parenting Children Ages 2-12
Wednesdays starting on April 3rd- 6:00- 7:30 PM
Join us for an in-person event at Lincoln Elementary in Beach, ND! This event focuses on discussing the joys and challenges of parenting. Register today with the QR code above.
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CAP Month Fundraiser at Gimmies (West Fargo)
April 5th- 10 AM- 10 PM
Practice your perfect hole-in-one while supporting prevention work! Gimmies is generously donating 10% of proceeds all day to PCAND. Reservations of the golf simulators are required-reserve your spot for April 4th today!
Address: 635 32nd Ave E, West Fargo
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CAP MONTH RADIO
EVERY Friday in April at 1:30 PM
Tune into 95.9 FM on Fridays during Child Abuse Prevention Month for important education and conversation. Topics are displayed on the image above.
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CAP Month Video Series
Red River Children’s Advocacy Center is providing a video series for Child Abuse Prevention Month. Access the videos by using the QR code or going to Red River Children’s Advocacy Center’s Facebook page or website!
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CAP Month Fundraiser at Space Aliens (Bismarck)
April 8th- 11 AM- 10 PM
Space Aliens (Bismarck) is partnering with PCAND in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month! Space Aliens is graciously donating 20% of proceeds on this day. ATTACHED FLYER MUST BE SHOWN TO TAKE PART IN THE FUNDRAISER
Address: 1304 E Century Ave Bismarck
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CAP Month Fundraiser at Space Aliens (Fargo)
April 9th- 11 AM- 10 PM
Space Aliens (Fargo) is partnering with PCAND in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month! Space Aliens is graciously donating 20% of proceeds on this day. ATTACHED FLYER MUST BE SHOWN TO TAKE PART IN THE FUNDRAISER
Address: 1840 45th St S, Fargo
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Pride is Everyday
April 12th- 4:30 PM-6:30 PM
Join us at the Pride Center in Fargo for free games and FUN in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month!
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Connect 4 Family Event
April 13th- 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
Join us for this FREE event held at West Acres Mall in Fargo. There will be games, prizes, entertainment and more!
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Prevention is Possible: Keeping Children Safe from Sexual Abuse
Williston-April 16th at 6 PM
Watford City- April 17th at 6 PM
PCAND’s own Lindsey Burkhardt will be presenting on the Western side of ND for Child Abuse Prevention Month. This education and conversation is crucial in making sure the children in your life stay safe from child sexual abuse. Registration is not required, but is helpful.
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Wear Blue Day Hike
April 21st- 3:00 PM
Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park
Wear your favorite blue and join us for a hike while raising awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month! There is free admission for families that are participating in the Wear Blue Day Hike.
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Human Trafficking & Social Media Safety
April 22nd- 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
This is an in-person event at the Underwood Public School. Due to the content of this presentation, this is for ADULTS only. Join us for some important education and conversation.
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PCAND Family Fair
April 23rd- 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM
This FREE event will be held at the Hi-Liner Activity Center in Valley City, ND! Games, family activities, food and giveaways will all be a part of this day!
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The Incredible Years
Thursdays, starting on April 25th- 6:00-7:30 pm
Join us for this free class at Dickinson Public School. Advance registration is required. Please call 701-456-0007 or email parentresource@dpsnd.org to claim your spot today!
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Stepping Up for Children Walk
April 27th- 1:00 PM
Bonanzaville
1351 Main Ave W, West Fargo
This event is an opportunity to spread awareness, educate about the importance of prevention, and raise funds to continue our work to eliminate child abuse and neglect. The event will include a mile long walk around Bonanzaville to remember and show respect to all children who have been impacted by child abuse and neglect or have lost their lives.
Together, we will walk toward a future where child abuse no longer exists. The day will include the walk, resources for caregivers, activities for children, and more!
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Family Make and Take Day
April 27th-10:00 AM-1:00 PM
This is an in-person event at the Bismarck Public Library! Enjoy some fun with making crafts, having story-time, and more! Merchandise is available for purchase, but not required. This event is free!
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Human Trafficking and Social Media Safety
April 29th- 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
This is an in-person event at Wilton Public School. Due to the content of this presentation, this is for ADULTS only. Join us for some important education and conversation.
What We Do
PCAND is proud to collaborate with the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services to offer grants to nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies beginning in November of each year. These grants support a variety of child abuse and neglect prevention awareness activities. These activities provide education and strengthen families and communities.
Grantee & Community Partner Information Center
FREE Printable Coloring Pages! Click Here: Pinwheel, Pinwheel 2, CAP Month Pages
Download Awareness Flyers Here: Wear Blue Fridays Poster Traveling Trophy Competition
Social Media Backgrounds/Images: Zoom LinkedIn Banner Facebook Theme Facebook Header
Wear Blue Day: Facebook 1 & Facebook 2
Printables: Cap Month Flyer Page 1 & Page 2 Spanish Page 1
2024 Grantees
BECEP Right Track Region VII
Dakota Children's Advocacy Center
Dickinson Public Schools *
North Star Human Service Zone Divide
Parent Family Resource Center 1 Williston
Parent Family Resource Center 2 Minot
Parent Family Resource Center 4 Grand Forks
Parent Family Resource Center 5 Fargo
Parent Family Resource Center 6 Valley City
Parent Family Resource Center 7 Mandan
Parent Family Resource Center 8 West Dakota
Red River Children’s Advocacy Center
Sanford Childrens Community Programs
SW Dakota Human Service Zone Bowman Slope
SW Dakota Human Service Zone Hettinger
Underwood Public School *
Wilton Public School *
*New Grantee
Plant a Pinwheel
In 2008, Preventing Child Abuse America introduced the pinwheel as a national symbol of great childhoods. Since then, Pinwheels for Prevention campaigns have raised awareness and financial support in communities across the country, reinforcing the need for safe, stable, and nurturing relationships and environments that help children thrive.
Donate and plant a pinwheel in support of #GrowingBetter together!
Get Involved
Whether you are a Community Champion, supporter or a CAP Month grantee, you are invited to celebrate this important month.
Show support for children and families by wearing blue on Wear Blue Day April 1, 2024 and post a picture or video of yourself on your favorite social media channel(s) and including the #WearBlueND hashtag.
Contact your local officials and let your representatives know you support family friendly policies, such as paid sick and family leave, and earned income tax credits that help reduce stress on parents and caregivers.
Follow us on Prevent Child Abuse North Dakota on Facebook and share our posts widely—and encourage your friends and family to do the same. Use the hashtags #PCAND #GreatChildhoods and #CAPMonth to let us know you’re committed to helping children, families, and entire communities thrive.